Golf is said to be the greatest game in the world, thanks to its accessibility to almost everyone. It’s
estimated that every year, around 2 million people pick up a golf club and play their first round of
golf. Here are 6 reasons why you should start playing golf.
Playing Golf is Great Exercise
Golf courses are pretty big, spanning around 150 acres, so you’re definitely going to get in your
recommended 10,000 steps. Even when the weather isn’t perfect and you opt for a covered golf
cart, you’re probably going to do a good amount of walking. Not only will you get in some fantastic
cardio from the walking, but you’ll also get in a good stretch and improve your range of motion and
flexibility from swinging your golf clubs.
There are a lot of reasons why golf is a great exercise if
you’re looking to get fit and stay healthy.
You’ll Get to Spend Time Outside
The exercise you’re getting isn’t going to be in a gym, but instead, it’ll be in the great outdoors.
There are lots of reasons why medical professionals recommend that you spend some time outside
in the sun, because it’s been linked with lower blood pressure and better sleep, plus it might also
help with anxiety. Since you’ll be out in the sun for a good few hours, don’t forget your sunscreen.
You’ll Meet New People When Playing Golf
Golf is typically played in groups of four, known as a four-ball, so even if you head to your local golf
course alone, you’re almost sure to meet new people and make some new friends with those who
are also playing solo. All you need to do is just tell the reception at the clubhouse that you’re keen to
join other groups and they’ll sort you out with some new friends to play with.
Plus after the round,
you’ll more than likely share a beer or two in the bar with your group. Nobody ever skips the 19th
hole!
It’s Good Business
That old movie trope of business being done on the golf course is rooted in truth. Many
businessmen enjoy hitting the golf course to relieve some stress, but they don’t always escape their
work. Golf is the great equalizer when it comes to the hierarchy of the office, and bosses and their
staff can enjoy a round as equals – and that means that conversation flows easily.
It’s a great way to
improve your career and network with colleagues, business partners and vendors.
Anyone Can Play
Golf is an incredibly difficult game to master, but it’s easy to get started and enjoy. It also doesn’t
matter if you’re in your teens and want to learn a new sport, or you’re well into retirement and
looking for something to replace the time you used to spend at work with a new hobby.
If you can
get the whole family to take up golf, it can also be a great way of spending time with the family away
from the distractions of electronics and the TV and spending some time as a family.
It’s a Reason to Travel
Golfers love the challenge of a new golf course, and visiting courses around your area that aren’t
your home course is a great way to relax and travel a bit more. If you’re the adventurous type, you
can even go further afield to the iconic courses around the world, like St Andrews in Scotland or
Pebble Beach Golf Links in California – consistently voted as the best course in the country.
Golf is truly a game for everyone, no matter your age or ability. It doesn’t take long to learn the
basics and you’ll soon be enjoying some time in the sunshine with your new hobby.
